Ginger, Thanks for the link to the article on the relationship between heart disease and dialysis. It answered my question, "Why is heart disease the leading cause of death in people with kidney failure." I am not sure I would have found that site without your help! I left a message for Hubby's cardiac team describing his kidney disease, and they will meet with him next week. Hopefully, they will also discuss with him the importance of a healthy diet, exercise, maintenance of healthy blood pressure, cholesterol, calcium, phosphorus, blood sugar levels, and the reduction of stress. It feels as though we are trying to teach an old dog new tricks. Intellectually, Hubby may not realize the seriousness of the situation...that his poor choices are putting his life at risk. Perhaps he thinks it is too late to make a difference in the outcome of his heart disease/kidney disease diagnosis, or he is so depressed it seems like a impossible situation. I believe the heart disease/kidney disease can be treated, but not if he continues to make poor choices and ignore the consequences. For me, it is like watching a ship sink to the bottom of the ocean. I can only hope other readers will take responsibility for their health and make good choices, at least for the benefit of their families. For now, I will go pick up our Thanksgiving dinner order the store could not find yesterday (LOL). Love to everyone!